Rome: Total War

About

Rome: Total War is a classic real-time strategy game developed by The Creative Assembly. Released in 2004, it marked a significant milestone in the Total War series by introducing a fully 3D campaign map. The game's main campaign spans from 270 BC to 14 AD, allowing players to manage factions during the rise and fall of the Roman Republic. Players engage in both turn-based strategic planning on the campaign map and real-time tactical battles, controlling units such as infantry, cavalry, and siege engines. The game features historical factions like Rome, Carthage, and Gaul, with players aiming to conquer territories and manage city economies. Battles are influenced by terrain and unit formations, adding depth to combat strategy. While the original game has aged, its remastered version enhances visuals and adds modern features like cross-platform multiplayer and new agent types. Despite its age, Rome: Total War remains a foundational game in the strategy genre, praised for its immersive historical setting and engaging gameplay mechanics.